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Tom Sandoval has issued a robust response to Rachel Leviss’ lawsuit, accusing her of attempting to manipulate the narrative to her advantage and seeking attention by portraying herself as a victim. According to reports from Page Six, Sandoval dismissed Leviss’ claims as a thinly veiled effort to prolong her fame and shift the focus onto herself as the victim rather than acknowledging her role in the situation.
Court documents reveal Sandoval’s attorney’s assertion that Leviss is also attempting to cast Ariana Madix as a “scorned woman” in her efforts to gain public sympathy. They point to Leviss’ provocative podcast and her movie, “Rachel Goes Rogue,” as part of her strategy to manipulate the narrative and garner support for her side of the story.
Leviss’ lawsuit against Sandoval and Madix stems from their time together on Vanderpump Rules, during which Leviss alleges she was filmed without consent during a FaceTime call with Sandoval, showing her in a state of undress and masturbating. However, Sandoval’s attorney contends that these videos were created and shared consensually during their video calls.
In response to Leviss’ legal charges, which include revenge porn, eavesdropping, intentional infliction of emotional distress, and invasion of privacy, Sandoval’s camp asserts that Leviss willingly participated in the creation and distribution of the videos. Leviss, however, maintains that she was a victim of Sandoval’s predatory behavior, despite her acknowledgment that her actions were morally objectionable and hurtful to Madix.
The legal battle between Leviss and Sandoval continues, with Leviss seeking compensation for damages and the cessation of distribution of the tape by Madix and Sandoval. Lisa Vanderpump, siding with Sandoval, criticized Leviss for sending explicit content to her best friend’s boyfriend, implying that Leviss shares responsibility for the situation. As the case unfolds, the truth behind the allegations and the identity of the true perpetrator remain to be seen.